Always check for damaged DPF assembly before removing it.
Remove the exhaust pipe from the DPF end. Check for damage or decoloration (white) of the rear section of the DPF.
Check for soot from the rear section of the DPF. If black soot is found, DPS assembly is likely faulty.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group)
Remove the alternater.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator")
Disconnect the wiring connectors and harness clamps and remove the wiring protector around the exhaust manifold.
Disconnect the wiring mounting bracket (A).
Remove the exhaust manifold heat protector (A).
Tightening torque :
14.7 ~ 19.6 N.m (1.5 ~ 2.0 kgf.m, 10.8 ~ 14.5 lb-ft)
Remove the EGR pipe (A).
Tightening torque
Bolt (B) : 21.6 ~ 27.5N.m (2.2 ~ 2.8kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 20.3lb-ft)
Bolt (C) : 29.4 ~ 34.3N.m (3.0 ~ 3.5kgf.m, 21.7 ~ 25.3lb-ft)
Remove the front muffler (A).
Tightening torque :
39.2 ~ 58.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 43.4 lb-ft)
Remove the catalytic converter brackets (A).
Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7 N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0 lb-ft)
Remove the catalytic converter (A).
Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7 N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0 lb-ft)